Ask a QuestionLijiang is a place full of romantic features which has splendid Naxi culture and magnificent natural sceneries, the Lijiang Old Town has made Lijiang well-known in the world. What to do in Lijiang? The top 6 things to do in Lijiang listed below may provide you the best choices for Lijiang attractions and activities.
Lijiang Old Town is one of the best-preserved ancient towns in China which is also known as Dayan Ancient Town. Due to the inhabitant of Naxi group in Lijiang, Lijiang Old Town has the most distinctive characteristic of Naxi features combined with traditional Chinese architectural style. It’s really enjoyable to even only take a stroll along the pedestrian street to enjoy a leisure time in the old town.
With the rapid development of tourism in Lijiang, there are plenty of places for shopping, eating and also entertainment. Pick a bar as you like to relax yourself at night will be one of the top things to do in Lijiang.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, or Yulong Snow Mountain, a holy mountain for the Naxi people, will be your best choice to enjoy the spectacular snow scenery, especially from November to March. Lying among the clouds like a silver dragon with 13 continuous snow-capped peaks, that’s how Jade Dragon Snow Mountain looks like and famous for. Experience the extreme beauty of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is no wonder one of the top things to do in Lijiang.
Lugu Lake is the mother lake of Mosuo people living around, this mysterious and beautiful wonderland offers you a great chance to explore both extraordinary natural sceneries and unique local culture. The pure blue water, dense forests, colorful flowers and the exotic ethnic culture make Lugu Lake more and more famous in China and also in the world. Don’t hesitate to connect your Lijiang tour with Lugu Lake.
Tiger Leaping Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world, is the most famous and thrilling section of Jinsha River. Hiking along Tiger Leaping Gorge will be one of the top things to do in Lijiang if you want to take an adventure, since it is one of the top 10 hiking routes in China. The best two periods for hiking are April to June and September to October. Bus is available to take from Lijiang.
Shuhe Ancient Town is smaller but more tranquil than Lijiang Old Town with less people around. The architectures inside the town have been well-preserved, building style is similar to Lijiang Ancient Town, with distinctive features of Naxi culture. There are lots of interesting shops in Shuhe Ancient Town, arrange half day to seek for somethings special will be an ideal choice to relax yourself. You can get the chance to appreciate beautiful murals at the same time.
Impression Lijiang Show is an incomparable art work with the fine construction of the ancient Naxi culture, music and traditional legends. With the magnificent Jade Snow Mountain as the natural background of the show, you can find no other theater as special as what you would experience of Impression Lijiang Show, which is considered to be the highest theater in the world, about 3,100 meters above sea level.
Mufu Palace, the center of politics and wealth for Naxi kingdom for over 700 years, will be the best place for you to learn the history and culture of Naxi people in Lijiang. This amazing complex represents the traditional architectural style in central China from Ming Dynasty. Amounts of famous paintings and calligraphy works among the well-designed architectures offer you a great chance to have a cultural trip inside the palace.
You may need at least 3 days for the main attractions in Lijiang. If you want to go to Lugu Lake or Tiger Leaping Gorge, you may need more days because of the long distance in between.
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